Fatty Acid Deficiency May Contribute to Bipolar Disorder: Study

Could a dietary intervention help prevent this common mental illness?
Fatty Acid Deficiency May Contribute to Bipolar Disorder: Study
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What if a simple dietary tweak could help shield against the highs and lows of bipolar disorder?

A new study suggests the answer may lie in a nutrient found in everyday foods such as eggs, seafood, and chicken. People with higher levels of arachidonic acid, a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid, face a lower risk of developing this mental health condition that cycles between euphoric mania and crippling depression.

Cara Michelle Miller
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Cara Michelle Miller is a freelance writer and holistic health educator. She taught at the Pacific College of Health and Science in NYC for 12 years and led communication seminars for engineering students at The Cooper Union. She now writes articles with a focus on integrative care and holistic modalities.
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